What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Whitstable?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Whitstable is to bus which costs £16 - £55 and takes 6h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Whitstable?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Whitstable is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Whitstable via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Whitstable?

The distance between Bournemouth and Whitstable is 166 miles. The road distance is 157.8 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Whitstable without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £40 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Whitstable?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Bournemouth to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Whitstable bus from?

Bournemouth to Whitstable bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Whitstable train from?

Bournemouth to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Whitstable is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £55 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Whitstable bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Whitstable bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Green Line Coach Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Whitstable train arrive?

Bournemouth to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Whitstable is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Bournemouth to Whitstable.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Whitstable?

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

There are 1150+ hotels available in Whitstable.

Bournemouth to Whitstable - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Whitstable by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Clapham JunctionWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 2m
£40–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Green Line Coach StationUk061
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Long Reach022 / ...
6h 24m
£17–52
Drive 156.9 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Whitstable156.9 mi
2h 45m
£39–56
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Wood
3. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Rainham (Kent)
5h 15m
£60–128

Bournemouth to Whitstable by train

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Whitstable, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Whitstable via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Horsebridge via Green Line Coach Station, London Victoria, and Long Reach in around 6h 24m.

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